Tabernash, CO

Colorado · Metropolitan Area

Tabernash is a small town in Colorado with a population of 797. Residents earn $121,023 per year, which is 61% above the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
797 Population 165/sq mi density
$121,023 Median Income $44,225 per capita
$1,083,300 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
36°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$121,023 median income, 4.2% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.6 / 5.0
$1,083,300 home value
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
28.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $121,023
61% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,083,300
284% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.0%
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 22.3%
31% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Tabernash Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population797
Median Age48.6 yrs
Density165/mi²
Male / Female63% / 37%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

A+
Median Income$121,023
Per Capita$44,225
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,018M
Commute22 min

Housing

D
Home Value$1,083,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity22.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp36°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain19.6 in/yr
Elevation8,402 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.0%
High School+86.9%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 55%
Commute22 min
EV Stations1
Libraries1

Is Tabernash a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tabernash receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Tabernash offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tabernash is $121,023, which is significantly higher than the national average — 61% above $75,149. This places Tabernash among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tabernash is $1,083,300, making it a premium housing market at 284% above the U.S. median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 9x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

28.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Tabernash has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 19.6 inches, including 143.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Tabernash has a population of 797 with a density of 165 people per square mile. The median age is 48.6 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.7%).

Population

797
Total Population
165
People / sq mi
48.6yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
4.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 63.2%
Female 36.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Tabernash vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Tabernash vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tabernash is $121,023, which is 61% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Tabernash vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$121,023
61% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,225
Avg Weekly Wage$1,306
IRS Avg AGI$92,518

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)228
County GDP$1,018M

Business (County)

Restaurants16
Healthcare4
Retail7
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,366
32% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.2 min
Work from Home36.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Tabernash is $1,083,300, 284% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,083,300
284% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,083
1 Bedroom$1,161
2 Bedrooms$1,429
3 Bedrooms$1,861
4 Bedrooms$2,178

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,366
32% below US avg
Effective Rate0.22%
In Tabernash, 22.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.9% report depression. 13.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Tabernash vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity22.3%
31% below US avg
Diabetes6.4%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure23.8%
Asthma10.9%
COPD4.6%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity13.7%
Depression23.9%
Mental Distress16.4%
Physical Distress10.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.8%
Checkup Rate70.1%
Premature Death6,625/100K

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access54.7%
Healthcare Facilities4

Crime Rates: Tabernash vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Tabernash has an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average36.0°F
33% below US avg
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.6 inches
48% below US avg
Snowfall143.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation8,402 ft (2,561 m)
Area4.8 sq mi (12.5 km²)
Population Density165/sq mi
Coordinates39.9788°N, 105.8441°W
County FIPS08047
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 28.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 12.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 41.9%
D 54.6%

Winner: Democrat by 12.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.0%
17% below US avg
High School+86.9%
School Test Score5.90
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density165/sq mi
Total Area4.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants16
Retail Stores7

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.2 min
Work from Home36.9%

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